How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber ML 270 CDI 2.7 (163.113) ML W163
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How to change front shock absorbers on Mercedes ML W163 – replacement guide

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Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 350, MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 350 (163.157), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 500 (163.175), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 400 CDI (163.128), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 430 (163.172), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 230 (163.136), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 320 (163.154) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front shock absorbers on MERCEDES-BENZ M W163 TUTORIAL | AUTODOC

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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes ML W163. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 22
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Adjustable wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes ML W163. Tools you'll need:
  • Replace both front shock absorbers at a time.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the front suspension.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – Mercedes ML W163.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
    Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes ML W163
  2. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  3. Step 6
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    Unscrew and remove the wheel arch cover fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel arch cover.
  5. Step 8
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 9
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #17. Use an adjustable wrench.
  7. Step 10
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #22. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes ML W163. Tip:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
  8. Step 11
    Remove the fastening bolt.
    Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes ML W163. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  9. Step 13
    Treat the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 14
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts. Mercedes ML W163
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